Nebraska Grilled Peach Cobbler on the Arteflame

Introduction

Few desserts say summer like peach cobbler, and nothing brings out the rich sweetness of fresh peaches like grilling them over an open flame. With the Arteflame grill, you’ll get incredible caramelization from the searing-hot flat cooktop and a golden-brown cinnamon crumble cooked evenly. This peach cobbler is a showstopper—simple, bold, and bursting with flavor. Let’s fire up the grill and get started!

Ingredients

• 6 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp honey (for drizzling)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour a small amount of vegetable oil on three paper napkins.
2. Place the napkins in the center of the Arteflame grill.
3. Stack firewood over the napkins and light them.
4. Let the grill heat up for approximately 20 minutes until the cooktop is hot and ready.

Step 2: Prepare the peaches

1. Lightly butter the flat cooktop where the peaches will go.
2. Place the halved, pitted peaches cut side down nearer to the center of the cooktop for higher heat.
3. Let them caramelize for about 4–6 minutes until grill marks appear and the juices sizzle.
4. Flip them for another 1–2 minutes and remove from heat.

Step 3: Make the crumble topping

1. On a cooler area of the cooktop, melt 3 tbsp of butter.
2. Combine brown sugar, oats, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt directly on the cooktop using a grill spatula. Keep stirring.
3. Add melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until crumbly.
4. Toast for 5–6 minutes until golden, occasionally stirring.

Step 4: Assemble the cobbler

1. Using a buttered cast-iron ring (or food-safe metal mold), arrange grilled peach halves skin-side down inside the ring on the cooktop.
2. Spoon the crumble generously on top of the peaches.
3. Let everything cook together for another 8–10 minutes until warmed through and the crumble crisps up.

Step 5: Serve

1. Remove cobbler from heat and drizzle with honey.
2. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Tips

• Use ripe but firm peaches for best grilling results.
• Butter gives better flavor and searing than olive oil—use generously.
• The Arteflame’s flat cooktop allows different temperature zones—cook crumble on the outer rim, peaches in closer.
• Add chopped pecans or almonds to the crumble mix for texture.
• To clean, just scrape the cooktop while still warm—easy and quick!

Variations

1. Bourbon Peach Cobbler: Add 1 tbsp of bourbon to the crumble mixture for a richer flavor profile.
2. Berry-Peach Combo: Add grilled blueberries or blackberries to the cobbler for a tart twist.
3. Maple Cinnamon Cobbler: Swap brown sugar with maple syrup and increase cinnamon to 1.5 tsp.
4. Vanilla Almond Peach Cobbler: Use almond extract instead of vanilla and add slivered almonds to the crumble.
5. Chili-Honey Peach Cobbler: Infuse the honey drizzle with a dash of chili powder for a sweet-heat flavor.

Best pairings

• Vanilla bean ice cream
• Chilled Riesling or Moscato wine
• Grilled pork chops or smoked ribs
• Sweet tea or peach lemonade

Conclusion

Grilling desserts on the Arteflame brings intense flavor and beautiful presentation. This Nebraska Grilled Peach Cobbler is not only easy to make but also perfect for impressing guests right off the grill. Clean-up is minimal, and the flavor is maximal—just the way we love it.